'As children, few of us are taught to understand and prioritise our feelings.
For the most part, the educational system doesn't ask us to access our sensitivity, but to be obedient. To do what's expected.
Our natural, independent spirit is tamed. Free thought is constrained. There is a set of rules and expectations put upon us, that's not about exploring who we are, or what we are capable of. The system is not here for our benefit. It hold us back as individuals to support its own continued existence.
This is particularly undermining to independent thinking and free expression.
As artists, our mission is to not fit in or conform to popular thinking.
Our purpose is to value and develop our understanding of ourselves, and the world around us.'
Rick Rubin.
Surely true of all of us, not just artists.
Discuss.
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